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Qatar visa for Kenyan citizens

Passport Kenya
Destination Qatar

Kenya passport holders need a visa for Qatar, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Answer e-Visa

Yes, an e-Visa is required

Entry requirement
e-Visa
Maximum stay
Set by the visa
Apply before travel
Yes
Last updated
February 2026

What Kenya passport holders need to do

  1. Apply on the destination's official e-Visa portal.
  2. Upload a passport scan and a photo, then pay the fee online.
  3. Save or print the approved e-Visa and present it at the border.

Kenya is one of 99 passports in the “e-visa” group for Qatar. See the full Qatar visa requirements for every passport.

Easier alternatives in Asia for Kenya passport holders

Qatar is one of 33 destinations in the “e-visa” group for the Kenya passport, which ranks #59 worldwide with a mobility score of 70. Of 50 destinations in Asia, 14 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

DestinationRequirementMax stay
Hong Kong Visa-free 90 days
Malaysia Visa-free 30 days
Philippines Visa-free 30 days
Singapore Visa-free 30 days
Cambodia Visa on arrival –
Indonesia Visa on arrival –
Iran Visa on arrival –
Jordan Visa on arrival –
Laos Visa on arrival –
Macau Visa on arrival –
Maldives Visa on arrival –
Nepal Visa on arrival –

All visa-free countries for the Kenya passport

Frequently asked questions

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Qatar?

Kenya passport holders need a visa for Qatar, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Can Kenyan citizens apply for Qatar visa online?

Yes. Kenya passport holders are eligible for an e-Visa to Qatar, so the application can be completed online without visiting an embassy.

Do Qatar citizens need a visa for Kenya?

Qatar passport holders do not need a traditional visa for Kenya, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before departure.

Qatar visa requirements for other passports

Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Qatar before you book.